Framing
Why the Edge of the Frame Changes a Scene
Why the edge of the frame changes a scene: learn to direct attention toward or away from image borders so space…
The reading room
All readings
Read close examinations of film form, from the shape of a frame to the sounds that give a scene its particular weather.
Editing
Straight Cut or Dissolve: Two Ways to Leave a Scene
Straight cut or dissolve: learn how each transition shapes continuity, directs attention, and changes the viewer’s…
Sound
How Silent-Film Intertitles Shape Sound and Screen Rhythm
Silent-film intertitles shape sound and screen rhythm by timing music, effects, and pauses around text, helping…
Light
The Dark-Scene Myth: Seeing Is Not the Same as Guessing
Dark scenes can remain clear without showing everything. Learn how contrast, visible detail, and selective light guide…
Composition
A Window-Seat Film Night, Arranged by Colour
Plan a colour-themed film night with a focused scene set, simple viewing notes, and a clear way to compare how one…